Edge AI Hackathon 2026

About the Hackathon: Edge AI Hackathon 2026 is a national-level hardware innovation challenge organized by the IEEE EDS Student Branch Chapter, IEEE Council on Electronics Design & Automation PMEC. The hackathon aims to encourage students to design and implement real-time Edge AI and Embedded Systems solutions using FPGA, Raspberry Pi, Renesas, ESP32, and Arduino platforms. Participants will solve real-world engineering challenges while showcasing innovation, technical excellence, and hardware implementation skills. Prize Pool: ₹45,000 Eligibility: Open to B.Tech, M.Tech, and Ph.D. students. Team size: 3–5 members. Team members must belong to the same institute. Inter-department and inter-specialization teams are allowed. Competition Structure: Round 0: Online Abstract Submission Round 1: Online Software Simulation Round 2: On-site Hardware Implementation, Live Demonstration, and Final Presentation Tracks: FPGA Raspberry Pi / Renesas Kit ESP32 / Arduino Problem Domains: Communication Systems Biomedical Engineering Image and Signal Processing Processor Design Defence and Security Indian Knowledge Systems Registration Details: Free hostel accommodation will be provided for participants. Development boards will be provided by the organizers. Teams must bring their own sensors and peripherals, if required. Rules: Projects must be original; plagiarism will lead to disqualification. Each team must select one official problem statement. Abstract submission is mandatory. The decision of the judges and organizing committee will be final and binding.